Citroen C5 Aircross vs Skoda Kodiaq (2026)
Citroen C5 Aircross (₹37.32 Lakh) and Skoda Kodiaq (₹36.99 Lakh – ₹46.99 Lakh) go head-to-head in the full size suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Skoda Kodiaq is more affordable — it starts ₹0.33 Lakh lower than the Citroen C5 Aircross.
- The Skoda Kodiaq is the more powerful car, with 201 bhp against 175 bhp.
- The Citroen C5 Aircross has the bigger boot: 580 litres vs 281 litres.
Specification Comparison
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Citroen C5 Aircross in short
The C5 Aircross was Citroen's India debut in 2021 — a premium 5-seat European SUV pitched on comfort, now in facelift-era runout with a single Shine variant. Its 2.0-litre turbo-diesel makes 177 PS and 400 Nm through an 8-speed automatic, and the Advanced Comfort suspension with progressive hydraulic cushions remains the plushest ride in the class. With a 580-litre boot and three individual sliding rear seats, it is a left-field alternative to the Hyundai Tucson and Volkswagen Tiguan while current stock lasts.
Full C5 Aircross prices & variants →Skoda Kodiaq in short
The second-generation Skoda Kodiaq arrived in India in 2025 as the brand's flagship, a seven-seat luxury SUV with a 204 PS 2.0 TSI, DSG and all-wheel drive. It undercuts the Toyota Fortuner on sophistication if not on brawn, and rivals the Volkswagen Tiguan, Jeep Meridian and entry luxury-badge SUVs. Nine airbags and a plush, tech-laden cabin justify its Rs 37-47 lakh sticker.
Full Kodiaq prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: C5 Aircross or Kodiaq?
The Skoda Kodiaq is more affordable — it starts ₹0.33 Lakh lower than the Citroen C5 Aircross. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
C5 Aircross vs Kodiaq — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Citroen C5 Aircross — not yet tested; Skoda Kodiaq — not yet tested.
Should I buy the C5 Aircross or the Kodiaq?
The Skoda Kodiaq is more affordable — it starts ₹0.33 Lakh lower than the Citroen C5 Aircross. The Skoda Kodiaq is the more powerful car, with 201 bhp against 175 bhp. The Citroen C5 Aircross has the bigger boot: 580 litres vs 281 litres. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.